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Today we start with a look at the level of dairy's contribution to SNAP purchases, and an update on packer and feedlot margins. We finish with government risk management programs available to corn and soybean growers.

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Today we review several new cases of HPAI in dairy herds in Washington, Texas, and Kansas. We also review new government programs for cattle producers up and down the supply chain.

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Today we get an update on dairy cull cow numbers and a report on how cattle markets seem to rally on Fridays. We finish with a look at how Brazilian elections will impact U.S. commodities.

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Today we start with the October Milk Production report with milk production continuing to rise on more cows. We also look at the latest Cattle on Feed report and a third straight month of double digit drops in cattle placements. We finish with a data error admitted USDA on corn yield data, but no revisions to estimates in sight.

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Today we start with a report on the November Class I uniform price going above $20 for the first time since July. We also learn about a new USDA cattle report that will take out a big "black hole" in the market. We finish with a look at corn markets looking for a bottom.

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Today we review the new President and CEO that will lead the International Dairy Foods Association, then pivot to a look at how USDA's new heifer retention insurance for cattle producers will impact markets. We wrap up with a quick look at five tips for establishing a strong farm partnership. 

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Today we start with a look at how cheese prices are sliding thanks to changing consumer habits, then pivot to a look at whether cattle markets can continue a bull run after last week's success. We finish with an announcement from USDA that there will be support for high diesel prices. 

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Today we start with a look at a bullish run in dairy markets last week, then pivot to a deep dive on the beef cow herd rebuild. We finish with a look at how El Nino could finally be here and how it could impact spring planting.

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Today we start with a report on September uniform milk prices and how they continue to slide. We then transition to auction markets and how we're not seeing fall calves coming to town. Finally we look at how transitioning the farm business is more than just assets. It's an opportunity to leave a legacy and mentor the next generation. 

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Today we talk about how protein prices are driving up the cost of whey, and how replacement beef female prices are rising, which is slowing the herd rebuild. We finish up with what to consider before selling grain this fall.